billy mays

Much-loved TV pitchman Billy Mays passed away yesterday: his passing is currently among the top Twitter topics and inspired the #wearblueforbilly hashtag on the social media site (some users wore blue today to celebrate his life).

Meanwhile, Billy’s son Billy Mays III (@youngbillymays) is using the service to converse with fans of his late father.

It’s been a tough week for celebrities and their fans, as we’ve lost Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Ed McMahon, and Billy Mays.

Last night, I noted on Twitter that “why is everyone dying” was actually a hot Google search term, as apparently the masses think perhaps it’s more than just a coincidence that so many famous people are passing away.

UPDATE: Ellen and Diddy’s Twitter accounts also posted fake death announcements today as part of the same attack.

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